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Pepper is (hisonething) wrote in somerealityrpg,
@ 2019-07-03 10:30:00

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WHO: Pepper Potts and Tony Stark.
WHEN: July 2 after Carol's Flying Taxi Service.
WHERE: The Stark Family residence.
WHAT: Potts - Stark Reunion.
WARNINGS: TBD will update if necessary

Pepper had been through and seen a lot since Tony became Iron Man. Kidnapped. Almost killed. Became a super...something. Skipping time and dimensions didn't even come near the top of the worst things that's happened, but it was still disconcerting. In her opinion, those Accords and what they did to friendships was the worst, but that subject was a little taboo.

She'd gotten a Super Uber pick-up by Carol Danvers...who after talking to she came to the conclusion that she really liked the woman...and taken to a building that she had never seen before. That was saying something since Pepper had been in New York often enough to know every high-rise by sight. She vaguely remembered being told what apartment number to go to as she was dropped off. The elevator ride didn't even register in her mind. Her consciousness caught up with her as she stood in front of the door. What if he wasn't in there? What if it was some kind of trick by one of their many enemies? Loki, for instance. Pepper felt her heart thud in her chest before she took a deep breath then reached out to knock on the door.

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notyourplayboy
2019-07-03 03:19 pm UTC (link)

It had been a busy few days for Tony. Not only did James show up, but he was quickly followed by Steve and Pepper (on the same day, no less). Tony was thrilled to have his fiancee in Goodland, but he couldn't deny the warring emotions going through him after a jam-packed two weeks. He had nothing to do with the entity entrapping --- how many people did Maya say? Sixty something? Yeah, he was pretty sure she said sixty something people in the city. Still, he not only felt responsible for everything happening in his reality, but everything his alternate versions were doing in multiple realities too. Tony barely slept as it was; now, he found it even harder to close his eyes. Maybe that was why he was so determined to make Goodland a good experience for his loved ones.

He felt relieved that he had time to go for a quick flight with Sam before meeting Pepper. He only hated that the barriers limited where he could go. However, he made sure to get back before Carol dropped Pepper off. He was surprisingly nervous about seeing her again. It seemed like Pepper was from his reality, but their timelines must have been off since he didn't know why he suggested they move into a cabin in the middle of nowhere. He guessed "the snap" pushed him to it, but he hadn't pressed anyone for information after he learned he and the team found a way to bring the "dusted" back. Knowing Peter was safe had been enough for Tony, although he was starting to piece things together. He knew, before long, he'd want the information, but for now? He just wanted to celebrate having Peter back. Pepper joining them? Well, it was nearly perfect even though Tony knew his happiness never lasted.

He made sure to dress well for her. He wore his black skinny jeans with a snazzy t-shirt and a bright colored blazer. He combed his longish dark waves so they hung around his forehead (and, yes, he did have some silver, but he wouldn't admit that to James or anyone else).

He couldn't help chuckling when she knocked. It was her apartment now too. He wondered if her hand print had already been added to the lock? It didn't matter; he quickly crossed the apartment and yanked the door open.

He thought he was ready to see her, but he froze. His mouth fell slightly open and he gaped at her like he was seeing her in that gorgeous blue dress for the first time again. "Pepper..." He finally managed to choke out.

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hisonething
2019-07-03 04:05 pm UTC (link)

Pepper was far from wearing that blue dress. She was dressed for the woods: flannel over underarmor, old pair of jeans and hiking boots. Her hair was back in a ponytail, which wasn't unusual except for the fact that it hadn't been styled that way.

He didn't have to dress for her. She had definitely seen him at his worst, but she appreciated the effort. Still, Pepper had known him long enough by now to pick out the details that told her he'd been stressing out more than usual. The smile that came to her face was tolerant, loving but the shine of tears in her eyes said she'd been scared and worried regardless of how much she wanted to deny it.

"Hi, Tony," she said before moving forward to pull him into a tight hug. It was almost as desperate a hug as when he'd come back from space, and they'd both learned neither had been dusted.

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	notyourplayboy 2019-07-03 05:40 pm UTC (link)
	Pepper's embrace woke him from his trance. He wrapped his arms around her and buried his face in her neck. He enjoyed breathing in her scent for a few moments before moving in for a kiss. "Welcome to a new brand of chaos," he teased. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

hisonething
2019-07-03 05:48 pm UTC (link)

The kiss was so familiar it helped ground her, calmed her nerves. She chuckled for what he said as she cupped his face with her hands. "It wouldn't be us if there weren't any chaos."

She smoothed her hand back over his hair as her eyes searched his face. "You haven't been sleeping more than usual. You have more bags under your eyes than I do...did...in my closet."

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notyourplayboy
2019-07-03 06:00 pm UTC (link)

Tony laughed and kissed her nose. "Well, the entity leaves us clothes so maybe you'll have some bags soon enough," he teased. "Come on, let me show you around." It wouldn't take too long considering the apartment was nowhere near the size of their old home, but he was excited to share it with her all the same. He didn't bother confirming her suspicion; she knew she was right about his sleeping habits. "The kids aren't here," he added.

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	hisonething 2019-07-03 06:09 pm UTC (link)
	"Yeah?" Pepper was a bit more excited to hear that! "Then I can stop looking like I'm on the Oregon Trail." She wrapped her arms around one of his and gave it a squeeze. "Tell me you didn't kick them out." She gave him a mild version of her Stern Face, but she couldn't hold it. She was just too relieved to be with him. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

notyourplayboy
2019-07-03 06:18 pm UTC (link)

"You look beautiful," he replied as she entwined their arms together. "And, yeah, got tired of them," he teased, referring to Pete and Michelle. "Funny, isn't it? Talking about kids?" He had been so close to wanting them in their future. He had been so close to thinking he could be a good father before those aliens invaded NYC.

He gestured around the living room. "Could use your touch, honey."

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hisonething
2019-07-04 02:55 am UTC (link)

He would think she looked beautiful wearing a burlap sack. She privately thinks he's weird, but she just smiled and let him have his delusions.

"You were talking about them before you went off with Dr. Strange," she countered with a small wrinkle of her nose. "Something about a dream you had. You were all kinds of you about it." Meaning he was excited about the idea.

Pepper cast her eyes around the living room. Unlike Tony, she'd been raised in a financially humble family. "I don't know," she said as she tilted her head. "Looks homey. Comfortable."

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